1981 Mercury Lynx vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1981 Mercury Lynx is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 790 kg more than 1981 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Lynx | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Lynx | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2960 mm |